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Making your first moves in 15 Puzzle
Take a moment with 15 Puzzle before moving to another game. Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
Build familiarity through play
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What counts as success
Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Making your moves
- Select a tile directly beside the empty square.
- The tile slides into the gap; diagonal moves are not allowed.
- Use Undo to step back one move.
- Finish the ordered board, or choose New puzzle.
Input guidance
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.
Work through an example
When the gap is in the last square, only the tile above it and the tile to its left can move into it. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Consider the next action carefully.
Check this before moving on
A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles. Compare the situation with the worked example. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Questions about this game
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of 15 Puzzle?
Here is the relevant explanation: Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right.
Before I begin, how do I control 15 Puzzle?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
Before I begin, what example helps explain 15 Puzzle?
The key detail is this: When the gap is in the last square, only the tile above it and the tile to its left can move into it.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in 15 Puzzle?
Here is the relevant explanation: A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles.
While reading the Guide, what format does 15 Puzzle offer?
Keep this in mind: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
While learning, which play mode does 15 Puzzle use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.